Kao reports solid sales but predicts a difficult 2009
Rising raw material costs and a decline in operating profit has led Japanese personal care firm Kao to forecast low sales growth for the coming year.
Archives for April 22, 2008
Natural nano sunscreens - a contradiction?
The existence of effective natural sunscreens depends on the acceptance of nanoparticles as natural, according to an industry insider.
Silab launches anti-ageing ingredient with tiger nut
Silab has launched an anti-ageing ingredient targeting an area of the upper dermis that the company has recently identified as crucial in the fight against wrinkles.
Croda showcases extreme heat protection ingredient
Croda has released a hair care formulation to showcase Mirustyle X-HP - its new ingredient created to protect hair from extreme heat.
President highlights benefits of Zemea glycol ingredient
DuPont Tate and Lyle Bio Products has been focusing on the advantages of its latest ingredient launch, Zemea - a sustainable alternative to the petroleum-based glycols widely used in personal care products. Simon Pitman spoke to the company's president,...
Eastman unveils technology for the fast moving anti-aging market
Eastman has developed an enzymatic process for novel esters to provide manufactures with customized anti-aging ingredients. Jim McCaulley, the company's personal care marketing manager, discusses the features of the technology and the evolving demands of...